Lioco Indica 2007

$19.99 -- 78% Carignan, 10% Petite Syrah, 9% Mourvedre, 3% Grenache

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nose: blueberry, violets, graphite.
flavor: blueberry tart, herbs de provence, black olive.

the spirit of indica, being a blended wine, allows for fluidity and experiementation. while we were clear from day one that the wine would always be driven by alvin tollini's exceptional old-vine carignan, the supporting cast would have to prove their merit over time. clear winners could take years to materialize. the 2007 indica represents a slight shift away from the dense, chewy tannic backbone (supplied in 06 by the ample petite sirah) toward a more complex, high-toned, satiny profile (achieved by the additions of grenache and mourvedre). the rhone varieties came from a cold site--so cold in fact that the lots, fermented separately, achieved a modest 11% alcohol. the high tones in these low alc additions filled in just the right octaves in the wine. and we put the 07 under screw cap to accomodate all of you who asked for it. twist and bliss.

food pairings: quattro fromage pizza, steak frites, braised short ribs.

Purchase Lioco Indica 2007

Vintage: 2007

Region: Mendocino County, CA

Lifespan: Drink through 2015

Grape: Carignan Blend

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